The legs or fingers are stretched out and the area relaxed
The seizures occur sporadically, but in repeated cases you should be examined by a doctor
Background
Muscle cramps can occur suddenly. This is typically due to a tightening or contraction in a single muscle or group of muscles
The cramp can usually be relieved by stretching the tight muscles
Cramps can be caused by a large loss of fluid through sweat. In that case, it is important to get the person to drink plenty, like a sports drink containing salts and sugar
What can I do
One should consider whether there are individual cases or several cases without significant provocative factors.
Contact your own doctor
Single-sided convulsions do not require medical treatment, but repeated cases should be investigated.
Contact a doctor immediately
Cramps that arise in connection with sports are relieved at rest. Cramps related to epilepsy will require contact with a doctor.
First aid
In the hand
Stretch the bent fingers by bending them backwards
Massage your hand to relieve the cramp further
In the foot
Stretch the bent toes by pushing them upwards
Help him / her to stand on the forefoot (front part of the foot)
In the lower leg
Stretch your knee and press the foot upwards
Lots of muscle muscles
On the back of the thigh
Stretch your knee by pushing the leg up and forward while pushing your knee down
